Quimper Dog Bowls

QUIMPER POTTERY HISTORY

Quimper, the quaint, old-world town bordering the Odet River in Brittany, France
is the home to Quimper faience. Traditions of pottery making in Quimper go
back as far as Gallo-Roman times. However, Jean Baptiste Bousquet is credited as
being the founder of the pottery industry since it was he who in 1690 first
hired other artisans to form a factory. Two surviving factories, Henriot and
Grande Maison HB Henriot merged in 1968 to form the HB Henriot factory of today.

Water, Earth, Fire, - the essential elements are embodied in the fine grained
earthenware. HB Henriot Quimper, a name
known wherever pottery is prized, is still hand made today in the town. Each piece is fully hand painted, initialed by
the artist and signed HB Henriot, the factory mark, ensuring value,
authenticity, and a unique identity - indeed a true work of art.

Quimper designs are many and varied and reflect the diversity of Quimper
artisans. Flowers, coqs, birds and particularly the peasant figures in their
curious high lace coifs and baggy pantaloons capture the charm of life in
Brittany. Today, they continue to paint over 30 different designs.

THE QUIMPER DOG BOWL

We are indeed very
pleased to be able to offer you today, these unique and lovely Quimper dog bowls
through our web site.

The dog bowls can also be
personalized with your dog's name if you wish (Please note this service requires
an additional cost and lead time).

Every Quimper pottery
item is extremely valuable and a true piece of art ! Take good care of it !

We strongly recommend hand washing, but if you choose to
use the dishwasher, use the low energy/low heat cycle with a mild liquid
detergent with no abrasive & then air dry. Dishwashing your Quimper may diminish the
glaze over time. Therefore we cannot guarantee your quimperware will retain it's
original beauty and brilliance.

As the pottery glaze is tin-based,
please do not place in a microwave or oven.
This can cause breakage, discoloration and the pottery may burn your skin if
touched.